Safe Mobile Banking Practices
- Password protect your mobile device
- Download applications only from trusted sources
- For mobile devices using the Android operating system, do not enable Android’s “install from unknown sources” feature
- Never store usernames and passwords on your mobile device
- Keep your mobile device with you or keep it somewhere secure when not in use
- Frequently delete text messages received from the credit union
- Notify the credit union and carrier immediately if your mobile device is lost or stolen so that it can be deactivated
- Do not modify your mobile device as it may disable important security features
- Install antivirus software
- Check your credit union account frequently and notify the credit union of any unauthorized transactions
- Do not respond to text messages requesting personal information, such as Social Security numbers, credit/debit card numbers and account numbers
- Adopt safe practices as your would using your own personal computer. This includes not opening attachments or clicking on links contained in email received from unfamiliar sources